Dynamic Effort Combined Training at Westside Barbell – How to Build Speed & Power

About this episode

The episode discusses Dynamic Effort Training and its adaptations for various athletes at Westside Barbell.

In this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, Tom Barry and Burley Hawk break down Dynamic Effort Training, its role in building explosive strength, and how Westside has adapted it for powerlifters, MMA fighters, and Jiu-Jitsu athletes. Topics Covered: What is Dynamic Effort Training & how does it work?How to apply the three-week wave system for speed & powerWhy powerlifters, MMA fighters, and grapplers use this methodHow Westside Barbell modified Dynamic Effort for athletesTraining density, volume per minute, and maximizing recovery "Train as strong as necessary, not as strong as possible." Westside Barbell continues to evolve Louie Simmons’ methods for today’s athletes. Organize Your Visit to Westside Barbell Here! Follow Westside Barbell: Website: Westside Barbell Instagram: @westsidebarbellofficial Facebook: @westsidebarbellofficial Twitter: @westsidebarbell Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: Studio Sponsor: Dollamur Sport Surfaces CLMS Conjugate Tactical The Conjugate Club

People in this episode

Host: Tom Barry

Guest: Burley Hawk

Topics covered

• Dynamic Effort Training
• explosive strength
• powerlifting
• MMA
• Jiu-Jitsu
• training methods

Keywords

• Dynamic Effort Training
• speed
• power
• three-week wave system
• training density
• recovery
• powerlifters
• MMA fighters
• Jiu-Jitsu athletes

Sponsors

Dollamur Sport Surfaces, CLMS Conjugate Tactical, The Conjugate Club

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Westside Barbell

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